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Questions About Foxglove Plants

  • Answered by
    Heather on
    July 25, 2012
    Certified Expert
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    Foxgloves are biennials. The first year after they germinate, they do not flower. The second year, they flower and produce seeds, then they die. Because of this, it is best to leave the flowers on so that they can reseed themselves and you can continue to enjoy them.

    Lupines are technically perennials, but they have a short lifespan of only a few years. You can remove the flowers if you want, but you may want to leave a few intact to reseed the plant when it inevitably dies.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    February 17, 2014
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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 15, 2015
    A.

    Digitalis purpurea 'Candy Mountain' has beautiful purple flowers that face up, not down!
    Very pretty specimen in your garden.
    Here is a link about Foxgloves.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/foxglove/foxglove-flowers.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 3, 2015
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    Yellowing leaves on plants generally occur when there are watering issues.
    Either to much or to little.
    A newly planted perennial needs daily water, and even twice daily if temperatures are above 85 degrees.

    Make sure you water around the plant crown. Don't water directly into the plant center, this can cause the plant to rot.
    Well draining soil is very important.

    Here is a link with care information for your foxglove (one of my favorites!)

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/foxglove/foxglove-flowers.htm

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    August 6, 2015
    Certified Expert
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    Yes, you can over water foxgloves, just as you can other plants. While they like to be kept moist, they should not be waterlogged. Allow the soil to dry somewhat before adding more water. If the plant is currently suffering from too much moisture, definitely let it dry some. It should perk up on its own.

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  • Answered by
    kh0001 on
    April 29, 2016
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    Keep in mind Foxglove doesn't start blooming till June, so it may simply be slow starting this year, especially if your temperatures have been colder than normal. There should also be plenty of space around it (at least 6" around the base of the plant) and good drainage.

    Make sure it's getting the right amount of water, and here is an article that may help you continue to care for it:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/foxglove/foxglove-flowers.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 10, 2016
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    Yes - foxglove can be a container plant which can be brought inside for the winter months.

    For more information on growing foxglove, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/foxglove/foxglove-flowers.htm

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